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A tutorial on how to run a Hotsaw. In most competitions, the hotsaw rules are pretty open.
You run a 1 cylinder engine and have to crank it yourself.
Safety equipments are mandatory.
Big thanks to Michael Flaherty for the long version of this nice tutorial.
A tutorial with Jason Wynyard and Warrick Hallet on how to run the Single Buck Saw.
Keep in mind, you should follow tips and trick for this event from people who are closer to your body type.
Big thanks to Michael Flaherty for the long version of this nice tutorial.
A tutorial with Dave Jewett on one of the most spectacular and dangerous event in the lumberjack competition.
Do not attemps it without supervision and experience in relevent events.
This event can be dangerous and mistakes can lead to serious injuries.
Big thanks to Michael Flaherty for the long version of this nice tutorial.
A training video with Mike Forrester on how to compete in the Stock Saw event.
Keep in mind, safety equipments are required for the legs, eyes and ears.
Drop start are also forbidden.
During your competition meeting, ask specific question on the requirements for this show.
Big thanks to Michael Flaherty for the long version of this nice tutorial.
A nice video on the basic technic and preparation for the Standing Block Chop event with David Bolstad.
Keep in mind, axes are to be used by professionals wearing the right safety equipment.
Do not attempt to chop wood with axes without supervision just because you watched a few videos.
Serious injuries may occur.
Big thank to Grindingdust for the short version.
My sincerest thanks to Michael Flaherty for the long version of this amazing tutorial.
A nice video on the basic technic and preparation for the Underhand Chop event with Matt Bush and Mike Slingerland.
Keep in mind, axes are to be used by professionals wearing the right safety equipment.
Do not attempt to chop wood with axes without supervision just because you watched a few videos.
Serious injuries may occur.
Big thank to Grindingdust for the short version.
My sincerest thanks to Michael Flaherty for the long version of this nice tutorial.
Great file on how to start with Log Rolling.
Keep in mind, I’m not a log roller. Risks can be involved with any kind of activity.
Since this one is held on water, never do it alone. A bad fall could lead to drowning.
Always practice with supervision. And try to ask the professionals for advices.
You can probably reach some on this website.
https://www.uslogrolling.com/
A big thank to Shana Verstegen for this .pdf
2024 Lake Effect Lumberjack Classic
16″ White Pine Jack & Jill Championship
New World Record: 4.51 Seconds in that event
Hamburg Brewing Company, 6553 Boston State Rd, Hamburg, NY 14075, États-Unis
2023 Lake Effect Lumberjack Classic
16″ White Pine Jack & Jill Championship
Hamburg Brewing Company, 6553 Boston State Rd, Hamburg, NY 14075, États-Unis
A tutorial video on on how to install a handle on a throwing axe head.
DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS if you don’t have advanced knowledge or supervision.
A axe head installed on a croocked handle will increase the risk of serious injuries.
Keep in mind, axes are to be used by professionnals wearing the right safety equipments.
Do not attempt to chop wood with axes without supervision just because you watched a few videos.
Serious injuries can happen.
Tutorial video on how to install a Competition Bowsaw blade.
In Bowsaws 102, here is what you can see.